This is a diary of species observations recorded by myself and covers all aspects of wildlife my knowledge will allow me to identify. Most posts occur from various frequent excursions within the local area, others from further-a-field are also included.

Saturday, 26 April 2008

26th April 2008 - Grove Ferry

An early morning walk at grove was fairly productive in the lovely weather. A singing Lesser Whitethroat on the track to the ramp was a great start, from the ramp 2 Little ringed Plover were occompanied by the usual Gadwall,Teal, Shoveler and Lapwing. From Harrisons Drove hide 3 further Little ringed Plover were recorded. A singing Grasshopper Warbler showed well on the track to the Marsh Hide which was an added bonus to the day. A quick stop off at the ramp on the way back reveled a stunning Greenshank had dropped in, which ended the morning nicely. Sedge Warbler, Reed Warbler and Cettis were also recorded on the rounds along with two singing Cuckoo's. 7 Marsh Harriers, 6 Sparrowhawks and 3 Kestrels showed well overhead. The above picture is of 1 of the 3 Little ringed Plover present from Harrisons Drove hide.

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Currently studying Wildlife Conservation at the university of Kent at Canterbury, i have been birding for quite a while now starting at a young age with the Cheshire Meres being my original local haunt.